California Prepares for Dangerous Fire Conditions

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Published May 7, 2007 at 10:56 AM PDT

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San Diego fire officials are nervous about the threat of a large-scale fire this year. Lack of rainfall and dry vegetation create hazards for residents all over the county. A battalion chief with th

California Prepares for Dangerous Fire Conditions

Alison St John (Guest Host): Kansas has devastating tornadoes this week. Here in California, our risks are earthquakes and fire. Moisture levels around San Diego County have dropped to levels usually seen in late summer, and summer has not even begun! San Diego County is heading towards the sixth driest year in recorded history and fire fighters are on pins and needles.

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Gerry Brewster, battalion chief for the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department .